Buyer

BuyerAbout Sonnen:Description: Sonnen, Inc. is seeking candidates for a Buyer based out of our metro-Atlanta Innovation Hub. The Buyer's primary responsibilities include procuring materials, establishing new vendors and maintaining a strong relationship with existing vendors, keeping track of due dates, correcting incorrect shipments, and prioritizing by need-date while reporting to the Supply Chain Supervisor. The ideal candidate for this position is detail-oriented with in-depth knowledge of Supply Chain OperationsThis is a full-time, direct hire position Duties/Responsibilities:Review requisitions generated in SAP daily and MRP at least twice each week.Issue Purchase Orders according to lead time and Minimal Order Quantities (MOQ)/Economic Order Quantity (EOQ)Track order confirmations and delivery dates in SAPSource new parts from existing vendors and new vendorsEstablish new vendors with support from local and global quality and engineering teamsCreate Purchase Orders to support non-production requirements for Engineering and other departmentsUpdate and ensure supplier can meet purchase order delivery date per Materials requirement planning (MRP) scheduleMonitor supplier performance based on delivery timeliness and quality as well as periodical site visitsPromptly and thoroughly address material receiving discrepancies (quantity, quality, etc.) with supplier, sonnen Logistics and sonnen Material PlanningApprove supplier freight, freight variancesInvestigate missing goods receipts to closureMonitor office, kitchen, and janitorial supplies. Replenish, as needed.Coordinate with Quality Engineer on receiving FAI material and relaying results to supplierTrack quality approval in SAP as it pertains to product release.Submit drawing/requirement changes to suppliers and advise implementation date to Engineering departmentProvide follow up to the Materials department regarding delivery schedule for new purchase orders placed and changes to existing scheduleRecommend and implement improvements in the procurement processPerform all other duties as assigned by management teamMaintain relationships with suppliers and vendorsEducation Requirements:Minimum 2-3 years' supply chain experience in manufacturing environmentPrevious buyer experience in a manufacturing environmentPreferred Associates of Science degree in business related field Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Strong analytical, problem solving and organizational skillsPrevious SAP experience with strong focus in MRP and MPSSkilled in using Microsoft Office applications, high-level usage in ExcelStrong time management communication skills Strong work ethic and ability to pay attention to detailSeniority Level: IntermediateJob Functions: Supply ChainCompensation: Attractive Salary and Benefits Package compensation

Created: 2026-04-02